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1- Lecturer, Department of Anesthesiology, North Khorasan University of Medical Sciences, Bojnurd, Iran
2- Lecturer, Department of Nursing, Kazerun Branch, Islamic Azad University, Kazeron, Iran , nasimif@yahoo.com
3- Master of Information Technology, Payame Noor University of Assaluyeh, Assaluyeh International University, Bushehr, Iran
4- Dentist, Orthodontic Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
5- Nurse, Orthodontic Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
6- Speech Therapist, Orthodontic Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
Abstract:   (1897 Views)
Introduction: Children with cleft lip and palate have a wide range of emotional and social problems and low self-esteem from birth these problems affect the child's mental function.
Aim: The aim of this study was to assessment the psychological and social status of children with cleft lip and palate referred to orthodontic research center in Shiraz.
Method: This descriptive-analytical study was performed on 60 children with cleft lip and palate referred to Shiraz Orthodontic Research Center in 2018. Samples were selected easily and non-randomly from those referred to the Orthodontic Research Center. Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire Which evaluates children's problems and abilities; Completed by parents. Finally, data analysis was performed with SPSS software version 21. Descriptive indices (central and dispersion) and one-way analysis of variance were used to analyze the data.
Results: The mean total score of problems (Hyperactivity and behavioral problems, emotional symptoms, altruistic behavior) of children with cleft lip and palate was 7.61± 1.50; Which was average in mental health. All indicators of ability and problems are significant difference between the groups of cleft palate, cleft lip and cleft palate (P<0.001).
Conclusion: Early evaluations and timely intervention in cleft lip and palate children increase families awareness of the rehabilitation process.
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Type of Study: Research | Subject: General
Received: 2021/05/15 | Accepted: 2021/08/28 | Published: 2021/09/28

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